The Penguins showed early promise in their game against Colorado on Friday, building momentum with a strong start after a shaky outing in Chicago earlier in the week. Despite their improved play, the team ultimately fell short of securing a victory, continuing a pattern of late-game struggles. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if the squad can sustain this form moving forward. The shift in performance highlights both the team’s resilience and lingering challenges in closing out contests.

After a disappointing performance on Tuesday in Chicago, the Penguins put together a better effort on Friday in Colorado. Their start was particularly strong. But again, they ended up on the wrong ...